Meet the volatile Nakichi and peaceful Seita, the two water sprites that live in a river in the remote countryside. A chance encounter with the human child Yoshiharu reawakens the half -forgotten ties between water sprites and humans, and an amazing friendship is forged. Yet can this relationship survive the test when humans once again threaten the lives of these mythical beings?

Environmentalism isn't a common theme in manga, but this one handles environmental issues very subtly and beautifully. Mythical characters embody different facets of nature, and their interaction with human beings (especially children) is wonderful to read about.

If you're worried about the shounen ai element, you shouldn't be. It's so light that it's practically non-existent. I love my shounen ai, but even if I didn't, I wouldn't pass this manga up. It's awesome and lovely and so very quiet. I felt a great sense of peace while reading this.